In order to boot from a CD, you must have a bootable CD. A bootable CD is most typically the operating system disc that allows for repairs or re-installation of the system. Other boot CDs consist of lightweight diagnostic tools that allow the user to run antivirus applications if the entire system cannot be reached. Booting from the CD is extremely easy.

Insert the bootable CD into your computer. If you need to create a diagnostic boot CD, visit UltimateBootCD.com.

Restart your computer.

Press any key once the computer displays the text, "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD..." You have a short time frame to do this before the computer boots into Windows Me regularly, so be sure to pay close attention as the computer restarts. Once you press any key, the system will boot into the CD and allow you access to the various options available on the boot CD.

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